Alison Hammond 'turns down huge pay rise from This Morning to replace Holly Willoughby'

Sian Welby has spoken out after her four-day stint at This Morning came to a close, saying she had the "best week of my life" on the ITV show.TV and radio presenter Sian, 39, became the latest guest host to appear on the daytime show, as she teamed up with Dermot O'Leary, 50, to front This Morning from 21 - 25 January. However, Alison Hammond returned to the show on Friday, 26 January for her usual presenting slot with Dermot, meaning Sian's time as host has come to an end.

Alison Hammond has offered her support to Paloma Faith over being a single parent, admitting that she also "felt that failure" when she split from her son's dad.The This Morning host welcomed popstar Paloma to the couch on Friday, where they chatted about the inspiration behind the singer's new album and Paloma, 42, revealed she had been influenced by splitting from her daughters' dad. She admitted of the split: "It's my biggest failure and probably my only regret," but Alison, 48, would not let Paloma feel down about becoming a single parent as she shared her own relatable story.

This Morning's newest presenter, Sian Welby, appears to be stepping back from her hosting duties amid accusations of "bullying" on her Captial Breakfast show. Next week will see Rochelle Humes and Rylan Clark present the show from Monday until Thursday, with Dermot O'Leary and Alison Hammond filling their usual Friday slots.

This Morning star Alison Hammond has been left to wrestle with fears that her popularity is waning as she battles daily with a crippling case of imposter syndrome that often leaves her undervaluing her own worth. The bubbly presenter, who first shot to fame on Big Brother back in 2002, has made a name for herself as one of the most down to earth interviewers out there as she worked her way up from an Entertainment Reporter on This Morning, to become part of the official hosting team.

Alison Hammond was reportedly left feeling "gutted" after being told she wouldn't be needed at the 2024 BAFTAs, despite winning over many new fans when she hosted the previous year. The This Morning presenter had taken charge of the annual awards show, held at the Royal Festival Hall, alongside Richard E.

Alison Hammond's eyes have seemingly been opened to how cut-throat the world of TV can be after she was informed she won't be hosting the 2024 BAFTA Awards.

This Morning viewers were left telling Dermot O'Leary the same thing about Sian Welby following her hosting debut on the show. The Capital FM star is no stranger to the ITV daytime show as she has been hosting a number of showbiz segments over recent months - including becoming the resident I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here commentator for the show at the end of last year.

Alison Hammond has shared some sad news with her fans as the This Morning presenter revealed on Instagram that her time in pantomime at the Birmingham Hippodrome is coming to an end. Alison has been playing the Spirit of the Beans in Jack and the Beanstalk. Alison took to social media to tell her followers: "Hi everyone, I'm just giving you a heads up that there's only seven days left until the end of Jack and the Beanstalk at the Birmingham Hippodrome.

Alison Hammond admitted that she is "gutted" as she announced the end of her current venture in her career as the ITV presenter took to social media and gave her followers a 'heads up' on the news.

Alison Hammond has issued a seven-day warning to her fans amid being 'replaced' as Dermot O'Leary's co-host on This Morning. The presenter has been hosting the usual Friday edition of the ITV daytime show with the former X Factor star while he has been doing a full-time stint.

Dermot O'Leary was left having to issue an apology to This Morning viewers - after they pointed out the show's F-bomb blunder. The presenter was back at the helm of the ITV daytime programme on Friday (January 19) alongside Alison Hammond.

This Morning's Josie Gibson has marked her "last day" on the show before another new face arrives in the team - but also hit back at suggestions she edits her photos, thanking her hair and make-up team for her polished look.TV presenter Josie, 38, is co-hosting Thursday's episode of the ITV daytime show with Dermot O'Leary and shared a photo of them hugging as she told fans Dermot would be back with Alison Hammond on Friday as usual. Josie has appeared alongside a changing cast of co-hosts since Holly Willoughby's exit from This Morning in October, and added that TV and radio presenter Sian Welby would be taking a turn on the sofa next week.

This Morning viewers have lodged official complaints over complaints made by Alison Hammond on the show, it has been revealed. The ITV daytime show has been hit with almost 100 complaints following comments the presenter made about "naughty" children on the programme.

This Morning presenter Alison Hammond sparked complaints after a comment she made about children missing school to stay home and watch the ITV show. 86 different viewers contacted the TV watchdog to share their frustration at the 48-year-old presenter’s remark, where she described children at home watching the show as "naughty." Speaking to The Mirror an Ofcom spokesperson said: "The majority of complaints related to comments made by Alison Hammond about children who are not in school at the time of broadcast as naughty." The comment happened during the same episode where Alison apologised live on air to fans for being "unprofessional" after a phone started ringing during the show.

A new presenter is set to join the This Morning team with the ITV show welcoming regular guest Sian Welby as a main anchor. Sian, 38, frequently appears on This Morning after joining the team in 2023, and hosts a number of segments including Sian's What To Watch list.

Holly Willoughby's welcome return to our screens over the weekend has been berated by Katie Hopkins on social media. Sunday's premiere episode of Dancing on Ice marked the 42-year-old presenter's first TV appearance since walking away from This Morning in October. She was also joined by Stephen Mulhern, who'd bagged Phillip Schofield's old job.

Alison Hammond is reportedly in final talks with ITV about taking over one of the channel's best loved shows, For the Love of Dogs.The programme, which is centred around the running of Battersea Dogs & Cats Home in London first aired in 2012, was presented by the late, great Paul O'Grady until his untimely death last year. Now, five months on from the last episode, it's been rumoured that ITV executives want to bring back the show in Paul's honour - and because it's always been a huge hit with viewers.

Sarah Ferguson's dreams of a gig on This Morning have been shattered after ITV bosses have decided she won't be given a full time presenting role, which is also a blow to Prince Andrew. The Duchess of York, lovingly called Fergie, won't be given a regular role on the show after her first go at being a presenter didn't end well.This has put a damper on her plans to help with money for Andrew's digs at Royal Lodge mansion, where they live together, as he reportedly needs £2million for urgent repairs.

Rylan Clark has told fans 'I need someone' as he hinted about the status of his love life despite declaring his 'love' for another famous face. The BBC Radio 2 star has been busy of late as he's been fronting This Morning alongside Josie Gibson while also appearing on his own radio show.

This Morning dramatically halted its live show to pay tribute to Kate Garraway's husband Derek Draper, who has tragically died aged 56. Alison Hammond and Dermot O'Leary appeared solemn after the news broke, before they sent their love and support to Kate and her two children, Darcey, 15, and Billy, 11.